Written by

Karen Maserjian Shan
| For the Poughkeepsie Journal

As owner of Sound Earth in Fishkill, Ann LaGoy manufactures and develops household cleaning and pet products that contain natural ingredients, are non-toxic and cruelty-free. Some of the product containers are labeled as "earth-friendly products" and "super natural team of products," which sounds great, if a little vague. No matter. Each product also shows a complete listing of its ingredients.

"I tell people, as I say, these are natural cleaning products," LaGoy said. "They're safe for you and your pets. Then I invite people to look at the ingredients ? we list everything that's in it."